Azerbaijan · HIKING & TREKKING

The 9 Best Hikes & Treks in Azerbaijan

9 tours  ·  from $55 a head

The walking here is in the Greater Caucasus above Quba and around Shahdag National Park, and the season is short. These 9 are compared on distance, altitude gained and whether a guide is doing the navigation.

Khinalig - Gleykhudat 1 day hiking tour - Khinalig at the foot of Gizilgaya
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Khinalig – Gleykhudat 1 day hiking tour

1.Khinalig – Gleykhudat 1 day hiking tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $258Most popular

Hike from ancient Khinalig to remote mountain villages on a guided day trip from Baku, with 4x4 transport, lunch, and hotel pickup.

“We did this hike with Heydar. He was brilliant. Interesting guy and a good safe guide. Sadly the weather wasn’t great on our hike with rain & fog. So we didn’t see any views. However I’d was t still a really fun experience getting on the mountain & meeting the local families.”

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Garanohur Lake Hiking in Shahdag National Park

Hiking to Laza and Mujug Waterfalls - River crossings, bridges, and practical footwear
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Hiking to Laza and Mujug Waterfalls

3.Hiking to Laza and Mujug Waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $123

Hike from Gabala to Azerbaijan’s 54-meter Mucuq and Laza waterfalls with Baku pickup, a small group, river crossings, and mountain views.

“We would recommend this trip and this company. Quite a long hike (about 15 km) but easy enough for most of people. Most of the way lays along the river, so be prepared to take your shoes a couple of times, because temporary wooden briRead more”

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Hiking to Mystic Nisagala Canyon - Nisagala village and the first mountain views
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Hiking to Mystic Nisagala Canyon

4.Hiking to Mystic Nisagala Canyon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $55Cheapest day

Hike Nisagala Canyon near Yardimli from Baku, with a waterfall, mountain views, Azerbaijani lunch, samovar tea, and local guides.

“The trip was very interesting, visitors who joined the tour were friendly even though most of them didn’t know each other before. We had a delicious meal in the afternoon too. It would be better if you go late spring and summer time to see more green space.”

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Private Hike through Magic Valley to Laza waterfalls - Qusar lunch: practical fuel before the trail
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Private Hike through Magic Valley to Laza waterfalls

5.Private Hike through Magic Valley to Laza waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $250

Hike from Kuzun to Laza waterfalls, meet shepherds, see Shahdag views, enjoy local food, and return to Baku in a private day trip.

“Awesome experience with the best support from our guide Aboo. Our hiking routes were very scenic and well organised. Our guide was very friendly and ready to find answers to all of our questions and wishes. We saw a lot of beautiful nature Read more”

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Galakhudat - Khinalig hiking tour with home-made lunch - Arriving in Khinalig at 2,287 meters
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Galakhudat – Khinalig hiking tour with home-made lunch

6.Galakhudat – Khinalig hiking tour with home-made lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $170

Hike from Galakhudat to ancient Khinalig, cross the Caucasus by 4WD, and share a home-cooked mountain lunch from Baku.

“Sabina was a fantastic guide. Professional, knowledgeable and courteous. We thoroughly enjoyed our day hiking and exploring, and the lunch provided at Khinalig was delicious! I cannot recommend this day trip enough to anyone who is planning on visiting Baku. Thanks again Sabina!”

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2 Day Hiking Homestay Tour in Remote Villages of Guba - The three-hour walk to Galakhudat
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2 Day Hiking Homestay Tour in Remote Villages of Guba

7.2 Day Hiking Homestay Tour in Remote Villages of Guba

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $385

Hike from Khinalig to Galakhudat and Griz, sleep in a village home, eat local food, and see remote mountain life near Guba.

“A great experience. First day was unfortunately foggy but we awoke to beautiful weather in the next morning with wonderful panorama during the second day’s hike. The hike itself is varying and definitely a highlight for us who have hikeRead more”

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Full Day Private Griz Waterfall Hiking Tour With Home-Made Lunch - Changing to an Off-Road Niva Lada or UAZ in Quba
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Full Day Private Griz Waterfall Hiking Tour With Home-Made Lunch

3-Day Hiking & Trekking Tour Remote Villages in Guba Azerbaijan - Khinalig Brings the Village Life Into Focus
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3-Day Hiking & Trekking Tour Remote Villages in Guba Azerbaijan

9.3-Day Hiking & Trekking Tour Remote Villages in Guba Azerbaijan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $600

Trek from Baku through Guba’s remote mountain villages, homestays, waterfalls, canyon views, Khinalig, and Red Town over three active days.

“WOWW! What an experience! We were in Azerbaijan for the F1 in Baku but wanted to take the opportunity to explore the whole country. After this tour we can say we saw azerbaijan! Our guide Gani picked us up at the hotel with a private car Read more”

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